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A115 OVG

1984 Land Rover 88

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,339 mi
Last recorded64,339 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 1984 Land Rover 8857,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA115 OVG
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 64,339 miles

Bulkhead around pedal box corroded

Chassis repaired and undersealed

Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead steering box mounting (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 63,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside front brake binding

Pass 7 Nov 2022 61,993 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2022 61,993 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 59,198 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 56,013 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 56,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 52,568 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 47,613 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 41,912 miles

SLIGHT PULL TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING

Pass 12 Oct 2016 37,977 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes heavily greased not allowing full inspection

chassis repaired and undersealed

Pass 16 Oct 2015 33,772 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 33,745 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 28,426 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 28,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 25,925 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 25,737 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2012 25,737 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2012 25,737 miles

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 30 Sep 2010 24,908 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?

Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
17,464
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,810
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,518
Stop lamp not working 6,823
position lamp(s) not working 5,297
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,631
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A115 OVG is a 1984 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 57,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 88 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,810 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A115 OVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 88 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 42 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A115 OVG registered?

A115 OVG is a 1984 Land Rover 88, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A115 OVG safe to buy?

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